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STC403965 After the Battle: A melancholy return, illustration from Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. VI: The Boer War of 1899-1900 by Archibald Forbes, G.A. Henty and Major Arthur Griffiths (litho) by Finnemore, Joseph (1860-1939) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23489922
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2nd Boer War Ambulance Ambulances British Army Line Pith Helmets Red Cross Returning Second Boer War Stretcher Waggon Waggons
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After the Battle - A Melancholy Return
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. This poignant print captures the somber aftermath of a battle during the Second Boer War in South Africa. The illustration, taken from "Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. VI: The Boer War of 1899-1900" by Archibald Forbes, G. A. Henty, and Major Arthur Griffiths, evokes a sense of melancholy as British soldiers make their weary return. The image showcases a group of soldiers clad in military uniforms and pith helmets trudging back from the frontlines. Their exhausted faces tell stories of hardship and loss endured on this unforgiving battlefield. Among them is a soldier bearing the iconic red cross symbol on his arm, signifying his role as a medic providing aid to wounded comrades. Stretcher bearers can be seen carrying injured soldiers on stretchers while ambulances and wagons stand ready to transport them to safety for medical treatment. The line formed by these brave men highlights their dedication to saving lives amidst chaos and destruction. Joseph Finnemore's masterful lithography brings depth and emotion to this historical moment, immortalizing it within an engraving that now resides in private collection thanks to The Stapleton Collection. This powerful artwork serves as a reminder of both the heroism displayed by these soldiers and the devastating toll war takes on individuals caught up in its grip. It stands as a testament to humanity's resilience even in times of great adversity.
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